Spectator notes reveal local figures and playful rumors
The Spectator reports on Joseph Vervee the Sixth ward barber now a wrestling fan who backed Londos and won five dollars. It mentions Sis Carlson’s broken New Year’s resolution, West Side youths curious about Hibler and Mutz after a Midways win over Rub Monarchs, and various social tidbits about local residents and rumors including Frank Lamb for sheriff.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joseph Vervee
Sixth Ward
St. Louis
Londos
Sis” Carlson
West Side
Miss Hibler
Miss Mutz
Rub Monarchs
Captain Kavanaugh Keeps Coupe for Season
Capt. James Kavanaugh of the police headquarters decides to keep his coupe for the upcoming season. He notes the old bus is already used to being bumped around by street cars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James Kavanaugh
Police
Josephine
Police Chief Angered by Robberies Promises Sweep Order
Nick Fornango, chief of the cops, condemns two major robberies in recent days and hints at a forthcoming standing order to bring in all suspicious characters. He stresses success depends on the police doing their part.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nick Fornango
O. K
Local figures and community notes sweep Joliet area
Readable items highlight Les Church and Ken Burns in Rockdale, Detective Cas sidy receiving more calls after a promotion, Archie Johnson of Stillman's inviting American Legion dues, Tony Hennessy now active in the Jefferson Raynor district, Joe Silk of Joliet Notre Dame club selling dance tickets, Tony Vranichar aiding fire crews after spotting flames on Dagwin Avenue, and Edward Powers reassigned to the police beat amid known nicknames and huddle sessions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tony Vranichar
Q’’ Company
Jefferson Street
Dagwin Avenue
Jefferson and
Nicholson Street
Lent Begins Ash Wednesday Activities Start Six Week Lenten Observance
Lent begins on Ash Wednesday February 14 marking six weeks of religious observances. Catholic and Protestant churches in the city schedule services and ash distribution after Masses and during afternoon and evening devotion. Religious exercises will be held on Wednesday and Friday evenings throughout Lent.
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Jack MacKeever
G. B. Company
Kankakee
Stan Cohen
Boston
West Pines
Charles H. Covey
Standard Oil Company
Davenport
Iowa
Wayne Gas Pump Company
Ray
Giant
Breen
Leonard
Tiny
Lyons
Altho
Junior Adler
Choo-Choo
Frank Lamb
Lamb
Les Church
Ken Burns
Rockdale
Loop
Segeant Michael Cassidy
Headquarters
Archie Johnson
Stillman’s
American Legion
Tony Hennessy
Walgreen’s
Jefferson-Raynor
N. W
Joe Silk
Joliet Notre Dame Club
N. D
Edward ‘Foxy’ Powers
Majestic Theatre
Collins ST
Lee Tracy
Mae Clark
Charlie Chase
Devil Horse
Claudette Colbert
Laurel Hardy
Metro News
Broadway
Hollywood
Alice Brady
Paramount
Pabst Blue Ribbon
County Liquor & Beverage
Eliera
Joliet's
Poultry House
Cass St
Kline
Ford
Chevrolet
Plymouth
FITZ
Labor Temple
the Spectator
Feltman & Carme
Buck
Chicago St
Eddie Cantor
Chicago Street
Dial
E. Burnham
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